Stevens & Lee Fact Sheets: Information on ICE

Immigration Enforcement at Businesses/Employers

Issued: January 31, 2025

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) is a law enforcement arm of the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”). In preparation for potential immigration enforcement by ICE at businesses/employers (collectively, “Business”), key contacts at each Business should be trained and aware of the Business’s obligations under the law. This fact sheet pertains primarily to enforcement actions affecting employees or other visitors to the Business.

1.     Definition of “immigration enforcement” for purposes of this fact/information sheet.

Immigration enforcement refers to any official action that ICE could take at a Business. Immigration enforcement could include arresting employees or seeking records / other private information and may be carried out by either or both of its component agencies – Homeland Security Investigations (“HSI”) or Enforcement and Removal Operations (“ERO”).

2.     Best practices for dealing with ICE.

Appoint a Designated Business Representative (“DBR”) to lead all interactions with ICE. Ideally, the DBR should be in-house counsel as ICE may present legal documentation for the Business’s review. There should always be a DBR “on duty” as ICE could present itself at any time. If in-house counsel is not a feasible option, the DBR could be another senior administrator on-site who has direct access to in-house (or other assigned) counsel. Whoever is designated as the DBR should be knowledgeable about the Business’s rights and responsibilities with respect to ICE enforcement and should remain abreast of changes to governmental policies that may impact the Business’s rights and responsibilities. If the DBR is not an attorney, a designated attorney must be contacted immediately. All employees should be given the name, title, and contact information of the DBR.

3.     If an ICE agent presents themselves at our Business, what do we do?

If you are not the DBR and an ICE agent enters the Business, you should ask the agent to wait while you contact the DBR. Contact the DBR immediately. You should inform the agent that, due to protocol, you are not authorized to provide information or access to non-public areas of the Business. Remain calm and professional.

If you are the DBR, first ask the agent for identification and a business card. ICE agents wear uniforms. Next, ask the agent to step into an office or room away from the reception area/lobby. Once the agent is in a private room, the DBR should ask the agent the reason for their visit and request the presentation of any legal documents. At this point, if the DBR is not an attorney, the DBR should wait for in-house counsel instruction.

4.     When, if ever, must the Business cooperate?

Cooperation is directly dependent on the legal documentation the ICE agent presents. The Business has the right to thoroughly review any document that the agent presents. If the DBR is not an attorney, an attorney must review the documentation provided before any action is taken. If ICE does not present documentation, the Business is not required to comply with any requests.

5.     What type of documentation might ICE present?

A subpoena and a warrant are both court orders serving different legal purposes. A subpoena is a document which generally compels appearance in court or the production of documentation by a specific court- imposed date and time. A warrant generally authorizes immediate action, most often an arrest of an individual or a search of a designated area.

There are several types of documents ICE may present, many of which the Business is not required to immediately comply with.

DOCUMENT TYPEDESCRIPTION OF DOCUMENTEFFECT ON BUSINESS
Judicial WarrantA document signed by a judge which authorizes ICE to obtain records or make an arrest.Compliance is required. If the accurate Business name is listed on the warrant and it is signed by a judge, the Business must comply.
Administrative WarrantA document signed by an ICE official (not a judge) which authorizes ICE to obtain records or make an arrest.The Business is NOT required to comply with an administrative warrant.
Judicial SubpoenaA document signed by a judge compelling appearance or production of records by a certain date.Immediate compliance is NOT required, and the Business may choose to challenge the judicial subpoena in court. Note that there will almost certainly be a court- designated date and time listed when a response is required. The Business must comply with this deadline but is not required to provide any documentation in that instant.
Administrative SubpoenaA document signed by an ICE official, rather than a judge, compelling appearance or production of records by a certain date.The Business is NOT required to comply with an administrative subpoena.

6.     The ICE agent presented a valid subpoena and told me that he or she will wait while the necessary information is collected. What should I do?

The DBR should let the ICE agent know that the Business will respond by the deadline listed on the subpoena. Further interaction with the ICE agent is not required.

7.     ICE says that immediate compliance with the arrest of an employee is required even after establishing that a judge has not signed a warrant. What do I do?

Unless there is a signed warrant from a judge, compliance is not required.

8.     The DBR has determined that the Business must comply with the request of the ICE agent. How do we proceed?

If the DBR has made a determination that the Business must comply immediately with a judicial warrant, he or she should request the warrant be executed in a minimally disruptive manner. The DBR should accompany the agent as the warrant is executed. In the event the Business voluntarily chooses to comply with a request, this advice remains the same.

9.     ICE has requested an employees’ personnel file or other information about an employee without a court order. What do I do?

Is there is not a court order, you do not need to comply. You should also consult your attorney to understand state law regarding disclosure of employee information to third parties.

* There may be state and/or federal laws that your company is required to comply with regarding disclosure of employee information, etc. You should consult with an attorney to ensure that all laws that may apply specifically to your business are complied with *

Immigration Enforcement at Universities

 Issued: January 31, 2025

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) is a law enforcement arm of the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”). On January 21, 2025, DHS rescinded a prior policy limiting ICE enforcement at “sensitive” or “protected” locations such as hospitals and schools. In preparation for potential immigration enforcement by ICE at universities, key contacts at each university should be trained and aware of the University’s obligations under the law. This fact sheet pertains primarily to enforcement actions affecting patients or other visitors to the University.

1.     Definition of “immigration enforcement” for purposes of this fact/information sheet.

Immigration enforcement refers to any official action that ICE could take at a university. Immigration enforcement could include arresting students or seeking records / other personally identifiable information (PII) under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”) and may be carried out by either or both of its component agencies – Homeland Security Investigations (“HSI”) or Enforcement and Removal Operations (“ERO”).

2.     Best practices for dealing with ICE.

Appoint a Designated University Representative (“DUR”) to lead all interactions with ICE. Ideally, the DUR should be in-house counsel as ICE may present legal documentation for the University’s review. There should always be a DUR “on duty” as ICE could present itself at any time. If in-house counsel is not a feasible option, the DUR could be another senior administrator on-site who has direct access to in-house counsel. Whoever is designated as the DUR should be knowledgeable about the University’s rights and responsibilities with respect to ICE enforcement and should remain abreast of changes to governmental policies that may impact the University’s rights and responsibilities. If the DUR is not an attorney, a designated attorney must be contacted immediately. All employees should be given the name, title, and contact information of the DUR.

  • If an ICE agent presents themselves at our university, what do we do?

If you are not the DUR and an ICE agent enters the University, you should ask the agent to wait while you contact the DUR. Contact the DUR immediately. You should inform the agent that, due to protocol, you are not authorized to provide information or access to non-public areas (i.e., areas that require authorization before entry) of the University. Remain calm and professional.

If you are the DUR, first ask the agent for identification and a business card. ICE agents wear uniforms. Next, ask the agent to step into an office or room away from the reception area/lobby. Once the agent is in a private room, the DUR should ask the agent the reason for their visit and request the presentation of any legal documents. At this point, if the DUR is not an attorney, the DUR should wait for in-house counsel instruction.

4.     When, if ever, must the university cooperate?

*This guidance is for information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. *

Cooperation is directly dependent on the legal documentation the ICE agent presents. The University has the right to thoroughly review any document that the agent presents. If the DUR is not an attorney, an attorney must review the documentation provided before any action is taken. If ICE does not present documentation, the University is not required to comply with any requests.

5.     What type of documentation might ICE present?

A subpoena and a warrant are both court orders serving different legal purposes. A subpoena is a document which generally compels appearance in court or the production of documentation by a specific court-imposed date and time. A warrant generally authorizes immediate action, most often an arrest of an individual or a search of a designated area.

There are several types of documents ICE may present, many of which the University is not required to immediately comply with.

DOCUMENT TYPEDESCRIPTION OF DOCUMENTEFFECT ON UNIVERSITY
Judicial WarrantA document signed by a judge which authorizes ICE to obtain records or make an arrest.Compliance is required. If the accurate University name is listed on the warrant and it is signed by a judge, the University must comply.
Administrative WarrantA document signed by an ICE official (not a judge) which authorizes ICE to obtain records or make an arrest.The University is NOT required to comply with an administrative warrant.
Judicial SubpoenaA document signed by a judge compelling appearance or production of records by a certain date.Immediate compliance is NOT required, and the University may choose to challenge the judicial subpoena in court. Note that there will almost certainly be a court-designated date and time listed when a response is required. The University must comply with this deadline but is not required to provide any documentation in that instant.
Administrative SubpoenaA document signed by an ICE official, rather than a judge, compelling appearance or production of records by a certain date.The University is NOT required to comply with an administrative subpoena.

*This guidance is for information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. *

The ICE agent may also provide other documentation that suffices as proof of an ongoing emergency which requires the disclosure of the requested information. Refer to questions 9, 10, and 11. A Law Enforcement Unit (LEU) record may also be requested. Refer to question 9. If the requested information fits into one of these categories, the DUR (or in-house counsel, if not an attorney) may determine that disclosure is required.

6.     The ICE agent presented a valid subpoena and told me that he or she will wait while the necessary information is collected. What should I do?

The DUR should let the ICE agent know that the University will respond by the deadline listed on the subpoena. Further interaction with the ICE agent is not required.

7.     ICE says that immediate compliance with the arrest of a student is required even after establishing that a judge has not signed a warrant. What do I do?

Unless there is a signed warrant from a judge or there is an ongoing emergency that fits into the FERPA

exception explained in question 9, compliance is not required.

8.     The DUR has determined that the University must comply with the request of the ICE agent. How do we proceed?

If the DUR has made a determination that the University must comply immediately with a judicial warrant, he or she should request the warrant be executed in a minimally disruptive manner. The DUR should accompany the agent as the warrant is executed. In the event the University voluntarily chooses to comply with a request, this advice remains the same.

9.     ICE has requested documentation containing PII in compliance with FERPA without a court order. What do I do?

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act generally prohibits disclosure of education records and PII to outside parties, including law enforcement unless there is: (1) a valid court order; or (2) written consent from the student’s parent, or if the student is over the age of 18, the student.

Certain circumstances warrant disclosure of PII without a court order or written consent. Warranted circumstances include:

  • A request for Law Enforcement Unit (LEU) records, which are defined as records that are

created by a LEU, created for law enforcement purposes, and maintained by the LEU; and/or

  • When an articulable and significant threat exists, and the information would assist in the protection of health and safety of students or other individuals. However, the records can only be shared during the emergency.

10.  What PII might an ICE Agent request?

*This guidance is for information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. *

An ICE agent may request information including, but not limited to, a student’s name, date of birth, demographic information, immigration status, social security number, or contact information (address, phone number, etc.).

11.  ICE responded to my declination to provide information without a court order by saying that a student is an immediate threat and intervention is necessary. Should I comply?

If the ICE agent provides proof that an articulatable and significant threat exists, the emergency is ongoing, and the requested information would assist in the protection of students and other individuals, then yes, you should comply.

If the ICE agent cannot provide valid proof of the threat, then no, you should not comply. Remember that ICE agents will try to be persuasive / entice you to provide the requested information. If the DUR has not yet been contacted, contact them. The DUR should then refer to questions 3 and 4.

Immigration Enforcement at Healthcare Facilities

Issued: January 31, 2025

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) is a law enforcement arm of the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”). On January 21, 2025, DHS rescinded a prior policy limiting ICE enforcement at “sensitive” or “protected” locations such as hospitals and schools. In preparation for potential immigration enforcement by ICE at hospitals and other healthcare facilities, including outpatient facilities (collectively “Healthcare Facility”), key contacts at each Healthcare Facility should be trained and aware of the Healthcare Facility’s obligations under the law. This fact sheet pertains primarily to enforcement actions affecting patients or other visitors to the Healthcare Facility.

1.     Definition of “immigration enforcement” for purposes of this fact/information sheet.

Immigration enforcement refers to any official action that ICE could take at a Healthcare Facility. Immigration enforcement could include arresting patients or seeking records or other protected health information (“PHI”) and may be carried out by either or both of its component agencies – Homeland Security Investigations (“HSI”) or Enforcement and Removal Operations (“ERO”).

2.     Best practices for dealing with ICE.

Appoint a Designated Healthcare Facility Representative (“DHR”) to lead all interactions with ICE. Ideally, the DHR should be in-house counsel as ICE may present legal documentation for the Healthcare Facility’s review. There should always be a DHR “on duty” as ICE could present itself at any time. If in-house counsel is not a feasible option, the DHR could be another senior administrator on-site who has direct access to in- house counsel. Whoever is designated as the DHR should be knowledgeable about the Healthcare Facility’s rights and responsibilities with respect to ICE enforcement and should remain abreast of changes to governmental policies that may impact the Healthcare Facility’s rights and responsibilities. If the DHR is not an attorney, a designated attorney must be contacted immediately. All employees should be given the name, title, and contact information of the DHR.

3.     If an ICE agent presents themselves at a Healthcare Facility, what do we do?

If you are not the DHR and an ICE agent enters the Healthcare Facility, you should ask the agent to wait while you contact the DHR. Contact the DHR immediately. You should inform the agent that, due to protocol, you are not authorized to provide information or access to non-public areas (i.e., areas that require authorization before entry) of the Healthcare Facility. Remain calm and professional.

If you are the DHR, first ask the agent for identification and a business card. ICE agents wear uniforms. Next, ask the agent to step into an office or room away from the reception area/lobby. Once the agent is in a private room, the DHR should ask the agent the reason for their visit and request the presentation of any legal documents. At this point, if the DHR is not an attorney, the DHR should wait for in-house counsel instruction.

4.     When, if ever, must the Healthcare Facility cooperate?

Cooperation is directly dependent on the legal documentation the ICE agent presents. The Healthcare Facility has the right to thoroughly review any document that the agent presents. If the DHR is not an attorney, an attorney must review the documentation provided before any action is taken. If ICE does not present documentation, the Healthcare Facility is not required to comply with any requests.

5.     What type of documentation might ICE present?

A subpoena and a warrant are both court orders serving different legal purposes. A subpoena is a document which generally compels appearance in court or the production of documentation by a specific court- imposed date and time. A warrant generally authorizes immediate action, most often an arrest of an individual or a search of a designated area.

There are several types of documents ICE may present, many of which the Healthcare Facility is not required to immediately comply with.

DOCUMENT TYPEDESCRIPTION OF DOCUMENTEFFECT ON HEALTHCARE FACILITY
Judicial WarrantA document signed by a judge which authorizes ICE to obtain records or make an arrest.Compliance is required.   If the accurate Healthcare Facility name is listed on the warrant and it is signed by a judge, the Healthcare Facility must comply.
Administrative WarrantA document signed by an ICE official (not a judge) which authorizes ICE to obtain records or make an arrest.The Healthcare Facility is NOT required to comply with an administrative warrant.
Judicial SubpoenaA document signed by a judge compelling appearance or production of records by a certain date.Immediate compliance is NOT required, and the Healthcare Facility may choose to challenge the judicial subpoena in court. Note that there will almost certainly be a court-designated date and time listed when a response is required. The Healthcare Facility must comply with this deadline but is not required to provide any documentation in that instant.
Administrative SubpoenaA document signed by an ICE official, rather than a judge, compelling appearance or production of records by a certain date.The Healthcare Facility is NOT required to comply with an administrative subpoena.

6.     The ICE agent presented a valid subpoena and told me that he or she will wait while the necessary information is collected. What should I do?

The DHR should let the ICE agent know that the Healthcare Facility will respond by the deadline listed on the subpoena. Further interaction with the ICE agent is not required.

7.     ICE says that immediate compliance with the arrest of a patient is required even after establishing that a judge has not signed a warrant. What do I do?

Unless there is a signed warrant from a judge, compliance is not required.

8.     The DHR has determined that the Healthcare Facility must comply with the request of the ICE agent. How do we proceed?

If the DHR has made a determination that the Healthcare Facility must comply immediately with a judicial warrant, he or she should request the warrant be executed in a minimally disruptive manner. The DHR should accompany the agent as the warrant is executed. In the event the Healthcare Facility voluntarily chooses to comply with a request, this advice remains the same.

9.     ICE has requested documentation containing PHI without a court order. What do I do?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) allows disclosure of PHI to police without a court order under certain circumstances – this also applies to ICE. However, HIPAA permits, but does not require disclosure.

Certain circumstances in which disclosure of PHI is permitted include to assist in the identification or location of a suspect, fugitive, witness, or victim of a crime, or avoid serious and imminent threat. ICE agents will often assume that compliance is required, but it is not. State law may prohibit disclosure even if HIPAA permits.

Keep in mind that the 2024 amendments to HIPAA regarding reproductive health care information still apply to the disclosure of PHI to ICE. As the law currently stands, HIPAA prohibits Healthcare Facilities from disclosing PHI if the information will be used in a legal proceeding against an individual involved in lawful reproductive healthcare.

10.  What PHI might an ICE Agent request?

An ICE agent may request a patient’s name, date of birth, demographic information, immigration status, or information on whether the patient was seen or discharged by the Healthcare Facility.

11.  ICE responded to my declination to provide information without a court order by saying that an admitted patient is an immediate threat and intervention is necessary. Should I comply?

No. ICE agents will try to be persuasive / entice you to provide the requested information. If the DHR has not yet been contacted, contact them. The DHR should then refer to questions 3 and 4.

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Simplify NEPA Joins Nonprofit to Mop Up for Cancer Patients

Local Cleaning Company Making a Difference

Simplify NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act), a women-owned residential and commercial cleaning company, is proud to announce its new partnership with Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit organization providing free home cleaning services to cancer patients across the United States and Canada.

“We are more than a cleaning company—we are a company that brings joy and peace of mind through simplicity,” said owner Judith Youshock.

“Giving back to patients in need and to my community is very important to me. I have a true passion for cleaning, family, and helping others, while bringing simplicity to homes and the people who live in them. I have firsthand experience with several family members who had cancer. Fighting cancer is very hard. It would be an honor to give patients a clean, healthy home so they can concentrate on getting healthy and spending time with their families.”

Through this partnership, Simplify NEPA is donating cleaning services to two cancer patients per month for two consecutive months. These complimentary cleanings are available to residents of Lackawanna County.

Any individual battling cancer—regardless of age, gender, or type of cancer—may apply. For more information or to request services, visit cleaningforareason.org.

About Simplify NEPA

Founded in 2018, Simplify NEPA has simplified thousands of homes through expert cleaning, organizing, and decluttering services. Located in Elmhurst, PA, the company has been featured on several news outlets, offering helpful tips and decluttering challenges for homeowners.

Simplify NEPA is a member of Cleaning Business Fundamentals (CBF), a group of over 500 residential cleaning companies committed to growth and continuous improvement.

About Cleaning for a Reason

Cleaning for a Reason partners with more than 1,400 residential cleaners throughout the United States and Canada to offer free house cleaning to any household battling cancer. Since 2006, the nonprofit and its partners have donated more than $21 million in services, helping more than 61,000 cancer patients. In 2017, Cleaning for a Reason was adopted by ISSA Charities, the charitable arm of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association.

Circle Drive-In Movie Showings Schedule

SHOWING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11TH 

Screen One: “Creature from the Black Lagoon” (G – 1954) at 9 pm

FREE COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT

friday, June 13th & Saturday, June 14th

DOUBLE FEATURES ON BOTH SCREENS!

Screen One:

“How to Train Your Dragon” (PG – 2025) at 9:00 pm

“The Phoenician Scheme” (PG-13 – 2025) at 11:25 pm

Screen Two:

“From the World of John Wick: Ballerina” (R – 2025) at 9:10 pm

“Materialists” (R – 2025) at 11:40 pm

SHOWING SUNDAY, JUNE 15TH

Screen One: “How to Train Your Dragon” (PG – 2025) at 9:00 pm

Screen Two: “From the World of John Wick: Ballerina” (R – 2025) at 9:10 pm

The Dime Bank Invests in Financial Literacy for Local Students

The Dime Bank has donated $9,000 to Brighter Financial Futures, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing financial literacy among students. This contribution, made possible through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program, will directly benefit students in the Wayne Highlands, Wallenpaupack, and Delaware Valley school districts.

The funds supported the Personal Finance Lab, an innovative program that equips students with essential financial skills through interactive investing and budgeting challenges. The Personal Finance Lab offers a comprehensive learning experience, including:

  • A robust personal finance curriculum covering key financial and business concepts.
  • A realistic stock market challenge simulation to teach the principles of stock market investment.
  • An engaging personal budgeting game simulation that educates students on credit, budgeting, net worth, and overall financial well-being.

Congratulations to all the students who participated in these challenges! Special recognition goes to the top three students in each of the following categories:

High School: 1st Place – Hayden Elderkin, Delaware Valley High School; 2nd Place – Devin Hopkins, Wayne Highlands; 3rd Place – Nora Warner, Wallenpaupack.

Middle/Elementary School: 1st Place – Owen Curtis, Wayne Highlands Middle School; 2nd Place – Diana Sutton, Wallenpaupack Middle School; 3rd Place – Liz Stuart, Wallenpaupack Elementary School.

Personal Budgeting Challenge: 1st Place – Logan Petroski, Wallenpaupack; 2nd Place – Brock Ludwig, Wayne Highlands; 3rd Place – Hayden Elderkin, Delaware Valley.

The first-place winners of the Stock Market Challenge, Owen Curtis of the Wayne Highlands Middle School and Hayden Elderkin of the Delaware Valley High School received a Chromebook, a gift card, and The Dime Bank gift basket. All other students received gift cards, as did the teachers.

President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich commented, “The Dime Bank is deeply committed to fostering financial literacy in our youth. Equipping students with personal finance skills today is investing in a future of limitless possibilities. It’s the bedrock for their success.”

Teacher Donald Burchell, AVP Damascus Branch Manager Marcris Rueger, Student Owen Curtis, Principal of Preston School David Jagger.
AVP Dingmans Ferry Branch Manager Amy Burke, VP Marketing Deb Unflat, Student Hayden Elderkin, Teacher Audrey Dennis.

Source: The Dime Bank / Deborah Unflat / June 11, 2025

PS Bank Welcomes Karen Weller

Anthony J. Gabello, President and Chief Executive Officer, is pleased to announce the hiring of Karen Weller as Deposit Operations Manager / Vice President.   

With nearly 20 years of experience in banking and 13 years specializing in operations management, Karen brings a wealth of expertise to the team. In this role, she will oversee the key components of the deposit operations function.

“I’m excited to join the PS Bank team because of its outstanding reputation in the community. A strong reputation combined with the strength of its leadership team has PS Bank primed for success,” said Weller.

Anthony J. Gabello, President & CEO of PS Bank, added, “Karen will play an important role in further developing and expanding our deposit operations department. As our bank continues to grow, her strong banking background and leadership skills will allow us to continue to scale up and meet the needs of our customers and communities.”

Karen holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Scranton, and she is a resident of Scranton.

Penn State Scranton Holds Information Session: Sustainability Coordinator Certificate

Did you know that the Securities and Exchange Commission have adopted new rules for publicly traded companies to disclose climate-related information in annual reports? Did you know that businesses that invest in sustainability outperform their peers?

The sustainability coordinator’s primary responsibilities include identifying gaps or inefficiencies in a company, developing projects to create more sustainable processes/environments, and implementing the plans created to help their company’s positive impact grow. This role requires honed critical thinking- and communication skills, as well as the ability to oversee multiple projects at once. 

In order for businesses in all industries to be successful today, they will need Sustainability Coordinators to help assess, recommend, and implement plans to ensure the processes and policies are efficient and responsible for the three pillars of the triple bottom line: People, Prosperity, and Planet!

The online, non-credit Sustainability Certificate at Penn State helps business professionals turn rigorous knowledge into meaningful action. 

An Information session on our Sustainability Coordinator Certificate will be held August 8th from Noon to 1 pm. Those attending will be provided a discount when they register. 

For more details visit: https://scranton.psu.edu/business-development-community-outreach/options/certificate-programs/sustainability or email scrantonoutreach@psu.edu

Comcast to Host NASCAR Xfinity Series Meet & Greet

  • Event Name: NASCAR Xfinity Series Meet & Greet
  • Date: Friday, June 20
  • Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Location: 1128 Commerce Blvd, Scranton, PA 18519
  • Special Guests: Josh Williams and Harrison Burton – current Xfinity Series drivers
  • Extras:
    • Swag bags (while supplies last)
    • Food truck on-site: Grilled Cheese Café

This is a great opportunity for local fans to meet professional drivers, enjoy some great food, and gear up for race weekend!

The Wright Center and WVIA-TV 44 Seeking Audience Members for Panel Discussion

The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education and WVIA-TV 44 are collaborating on the panel discussion, “Conversations for the Common Good: Shaping Tomorrow’s Health Workforce,” on Tuesday, June 17, beginning at 6:15 p.m. at Scranton Preparatory High School’s Bellarmine Theater. The free program is open to the public.

The program is being recorded and will be aired live on WVIA-TV 44 in June and July. The show explores how education programs and partnerships are transforming the future of health care by training the next generation of health care professionals.

Panelists include Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak, president and CEO of The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education; Dr. Katie Pittelli, president and CEO of Johnson College; Jill Avery-Stoss, president of The Institute; and Pennsylvania State Representative Bridget M. Kosierowski. Tracey Matisak of WVIA will moderate the panel discussion.

The show will air on WVIA-TV 44 on June 26, 9 p.m.; June 27, 2 p.m.; June 29, 1 p.m.; July 10, 7 p.m.; July 11, 4 p.m.; and July 13, noon.

To participate in the live recording, you must register for free tickets in advance. Go here for more information or to reserve your ticket.

Tobyhanna’s New Microelectronics Facility Shapes Future

From left: Anthony Shebelock, Tobyhanna; Martin Nealon, Tobyhanna; Depot Commander Col. James L. Crocker; Army Materiel Command Executive Deputy to the Commanding General Ms. Liz Miranda; CECOM Commanding General Maj. Gen. James D. Turinetti IV; Jeffrey Burrell, Tobyhanna; and Mark Sgobba, Tobyhanna. 

With the snip of the scissors, Tobyhanna Army Depot celebrated the official opening of its Microelectronics Manufacturing Facility on Jun. 05, enabling the organization to lead the Department of Defense into a new era of warfighter readiness – one microchip at a time.

The depot’s new capability will directly address current supply chain hurdles faced by the U.S. Armed Forces. Like many other industries, the DOD depends on foreign electronics suppliers to provide microelectronics components to develop and sustain weapons systems. This reliance on the global supply chain as well as the emergence of counterfeit parts results in a significant risk for national security.

Enter Tobyhanna’s microelectronics facility, where a team of talented engineers and technicians develop repair, manufacturing and testing capabilities for circuit cards required by complex military weapons systems.This operation keeps the DOD’s existing equipment running, meets new technology needs, and, most importantly, reduces reliance on foreign suppliers.

The event hosted by Communications-Electronics Command Commanding General, Maj. Gen. James D. Turinetti IV. Also in attendance was Ms. Liz Miranda, Executive Deputy to the Commanding General of Army Materiel Command, other distinguished visitors, depot leaders and members of the workforce.

During the keynote address, Miranda emphasized the importance of the new mission.

“This facility is a direct investment in Army modernization, enabling us to not only sustain our legacy systems, but to rapidly adapt and integrate cutting-edge technologies into future platforms,” she said, adding that the effort was made possible by the talented members of Team Tobyhanna.

“To the workforce of Tobyhanna Army Depot – you are the heart of this operation. Your expertise in C5ISR systems is nationally recognized, and this new facility is designed to empower you, to challenge you, and to provide you with a world-class working environment prioritizing your safety and well-being.”

Turinetti shared Miranda’s sentiment, noting the depot’s importance to the Department of Defense overall.

“Tobyhanna repeatedly demonstrates value to the Army and other services for their unwavering dedication to innovation,” he said. “None of this would be possible without the expertise, commitment, and ingenuity of the subject matter experts here at Tobyhanna and throughout CECOM. Their dedication to our force and our country allows us to continue modernizing so we can fight and win in any domain.”

Lead Electronics Engineer Mark Sgobba has been exploring the potential of a microelectronics facility for Tobyhanna since 2020. He says the effort has been an opportunity for the depot to grow its capabilities, while also embracing agile, future-ready talent.

“We enjoy pushing boundaries, embracing challenges and the continuous pursuit of knowledge. I’m very proud of the ME Team we have developed,” he said.

The depot first got involved with microelectronics when Sgobba and his colleagues revived the dormant M139 Volcano mine dispensing system through the Service Life Extension Program. Artisans began with an obsolescence and producibility analysis to show that TYAD could support the electrical and mechanical fabrication, assembly, inspection and testing of the dispenser control units for Volcano. The team then got busy developing repair, test and manufacturing capability for 13 different Volcano circuit cards to support U.S. and foreign military sales requirements. The success of the Volcano effort led to missions supporting the AN/TPQ-53, Secure, Mobile, Anti-Jam, Reliable, Tactical Terminal (SMART-T), Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System and more.

Depot Commander James L. Crocker says the ribbon cutting was only the start of Tobyhanna’s microelectronics journey.

“Today, we celebrated the first milestone in a four-phase project to support microelectronics needs across the DOD. We look forward to expanding our capacity and capability for this critical warfighter readiness mission.”

Army Materiel Command Executive Deputy to the Commanding General Liz Miranda tours Tobyhanna’s new Microelectronics Manufacturing Facility, an effort she says is a direct investment in Army modernization. 
CECOM Commanding General Maj. Gen. James D. Turinetti IV addresses the crowd during Tobyhanna’s Microelectronics Manufacturing Facility Ribbon Cutting

Photo Credits to Justin Kucharski